Blatter was quick to label the ban "unjust" and his legal team confirmed an appeal will be launched.

"President Blatter will appeal the decision of the Adjudicatory Chamber to the Appeal Committee," a statement released on Tuesday confirmed.

"While the decision announced yesterday confirmed that there was no corruption or bribery, president Blatter is eager to present his arguments to the Appeal Committee that the remaining charges must also fail because the evidence clearly demonstrates the relationship with Mr. Platini was in all respects appropriate.

"President Blatter is prepared to take all legal steps to prevail on the remaining charges and clear his name."

Blatter had described the payment made to Platini as "a gentleman's agreement", insisting it was nothing untoward despite the lack of written documentation to support it.

Blatter was also fined $50,000 while Platini was fined $80,000 in addition to the bans.